September 15, 2025
Bounce Back Update: Changes to Our Prison-Based Training Delivery
Unfortunately, Novus, the lead contractor for Prison Education in Brixton, Wandsworth, Pentonville and Isis were not selected in the latest commissioning round, which means our contract to deliver training in these prisons will not be renewed.
We would like to thank Novus for our long and positive working relationship and congratulate People Plus. While this means we will be stepping back from this particular contract, we remain deeply committed to supporting individuals in custody and on release.
This transition does not mark the end of our work in prison settings. Bounce Back continues to operate Through the Gate and community-based programmes, and we are actively exploring new ways to return to prison-based delivery through partnerships and opportunities.
We are proud of the impact our prison workshops have had over the years, and we remain steadfast in our mission to provide life-changing opportunities for people affected by the criminal justice system.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all our partners, staff, and supporters who have played a part in making this work possible. In particular, we are deeply grateful to our key sponsors — Encon, Knauf, Dulux Decorators Centres, and Lewis & Wood. Your ongoing belief in second chances empowers us to keep moving forward with purpose.
